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EX03 WRJ

2003 Ford Ranger

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

165,974 mi
Last recorded165,974 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Ford Ranger94,107 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 WRJ
MakeFord
ModelRanger
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 165,974 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 165,331 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember|( holds rear of fuel tank) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 May 2024 165,331 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember|( holds rear of fuel tank) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 164,068 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023 164,068 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 161,555 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 158,419 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 158,362 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2020 155,383 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 155,322 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shockabsorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front body corroded by mounting point

Pass 15 May 2019 151,714 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 147,675 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 143,481 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 143,481 miles

Offside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 138,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 138,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 133,911 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 133,911 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 May 2014 129,144 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 119,957 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 110,949 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 181,846 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 93,982 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 88,912 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 88,912 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because cross-ply or bias-belted tyres are fitted on the rear axle and radial-ply tyres are fitted on the front axle. (4.1.A.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 75,418 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 60,610 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 44,830 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ranger?

Based on 1,687,380 MOT tests across 189,558 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,432
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
189,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 41,033
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,813
fog lamp not working 18,665
position lamp(s) not working 18,567
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EX03 WRJ is a 2003 Ford Ranger in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Ford Ranger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 94,107 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ranger fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 41,033 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX03 WRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ranger typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Ranger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX03 WRJ registered?

EX03 WRJ is a 2003 Ford Ranger, first registered on 18 March 2003.

Is EX03 WRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 WRJ shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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